I have changed the layout of the Jura website last week and it now matches the Islay website although the colours are somewhat different. Together with the change in layout I decided to create a new page that contains the panorama images I have from Jura. There are now eight beautiful panorama images online and more will follow in the near future. Paps … [Read more...] about Isle of Jura Panorama Pictures
Archives for April 2009
Jura Roundtrip Video
I found a nice video on youtube from a group of friends circumnavigating the Isle of Jura. The video contains moving images, beautiful pictures and great music. Worth having a look at! … [Read more...] about Jura Roundtrip Video
Jura Passenger Ferry Operational
After a very successful first year the ferry has started a full operation season for 2009 since last Friday. The journey offers spectacular scenery and the occasional spotting of wildlife, nipping back and forth between Jura and the mainland has never been so quick, enjoyable, comfortable and easy. Operating between Tayvallich at the head of Loch Sween and Craighouse on Jura, … [Read more...] about Jura Passenger Ferry Operational
Scottish Ultra Marathon to return to Islay/Jura
Niall Colthart of Port Ellen has finalised the route for Scotland’s toughest race which will take place over six days from May 3rd this year starting at Ardbeg distillery. Around 50 competitors are expected and a part of each runners entry fee will be going to Islay and Jura Sick Children’s Fund. Niall: 'We also have a guy from Australia competing who is asking people not to … [Read more...] about Scottish Ultra Marathon to return to Islay/Jura
The Jura Progressive Care Centre – Croit à Chala
The very impressive Care Home built on the edge of Craighouse after a long and patient campaign by Jura folk, has six flats, five of which are long term residential but one of which provides a very welcome short (ish) stay respite facility. The team who run the Centre and the six community directors are very keen that folk on Islay are made aware of just what is … [Read more...] about The Jura Progressive Care Centre – Croit à Chala